TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED BUILDING CODE

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1 APPENDIX A TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED BUILDING CODE 2018 Edition Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, Code of Ordinances: Part II Parish Code: Buildings and structures: Article II, Section 6-21: Comprehensive Building Code Enforcement Program: Division 1: Consolidated Building Code: Adopted by Ordinance 7924 on Wednesday 1 st December 2010 Amended by Ordinance 8023 on Wednesday 10 th August 2011 Amended by Ordinance 8434 on Wednesday 11 th June 2014 Amended by Ordinance on Wednesday 26 th April 2017 Amended by Ordinance on Wednesday 11 th April 2018 P a g e 1

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4 ORDINANCE HISTORY: NOT PART OF THE CODE Ordinance 7924 on Wednesday 1 st December 2010 Parish Ordinances previously adopted and published as Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, Code of Ordinances: Part II Parish Code: Buildings and structures: Article II, Section 6-21 Comprehensive Building Code Enforcement Program: Division 1: Building Division 2: Plumbing Division 3: Electricity Division 4: Mechanical Systems Division 5: Gas Division 6: Residential Housing Division 7: Existing Buildings were repealed in their entirety, and replaced with Division 1 : Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Building Code Parish Ordinance previously adopted and published as Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, Code of Ordinances: Part II Parish Code: Buildings and structures: Article II, Section Comprehensive Building Code Enforcement Program: Division 8: Property Maintenance Code was re-numbered as: Division 2 : Terrebonne Parish Property Maintenance Code Ordinance 8023 on Wednesday 10 th August 2011 Amended Table (3) Residential Construction Permit Fees Ordinance 8434 on Wednesday 11 th June 2014 Amended the following sections Scope Appointment of Building Official Duties and Powers of Building Official Work exempt from building permits Table (3) Residential Construction Permit Fees Final Inspection 114. Violations and adopted a new full text edition reflecting all amendments made since adoption of the code in 2010 Ordinance 8841 on Wednesday 26 th April 2017 Amended the following sections Applicability General Building Official Duties Administration & Enforcement - ( thru Contingent Provisions) Jurisdictional retention of power to set fees Third-party service providers Requirement for ordinance when fees need to be changed. Ordinance 8947nnnn on Wednesday 11 th April In addition to the amendment of numerous sections to add reference to owner s authorized agent and to update references from the state adopted 2015 International Code Series, Amendment was made to the following section: Creation of Enforcement Agency replacement with Section Appointment of a Building Official replacement with Section Deputies replacement with Section Creation of Enforcement Agency title Appointment of a Building Official title Deputies title Construction in designated flood hazard area Alternative methods & materials Substantial damage or improvement determination Submittal Documents Accessory structure definition Work commencing before permit issuance Building permit valuation General Board of Appeals and adopted a new full text edition reflecting all amendments made since adoption of the 2014 edition.. P a g e 4

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7 TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED BUILDING CODE CONTENTS Part I Adoption of Code SECTION ADOPTION Part II Administration of the code SECTION 101 GENERAL Title Scope Intent Referenced Codes. SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY General Other laws Application of references Referenced codes and standards Partial invalidity Existing Structures. SECTION 103 ADMINISTRATION & ENFORCEMENT Administration Creation of Enforcement Agency Appointment of a Building Official Building Official Duties Deputies Effect of termination of CEA SECTION 104 DUTIES & POWERS OF B.O General Applications and permits Notices and orders Inspections Identification Right of entry Department records Liability Approved materials and equipment Used materials and equipment Modifications Flood Hazard Areas Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment Research reports Tests Flood Zone Construction Documents. SECTION 105 PERMITS Required Work Exempt from Building Permit. A. Building: B. Electrical: C. Gas: D. Mechanical: E. Plumbing: Emergency Repairs Repairs Public service agencies Application for Building Permit Action on application Substantial damage or improvement Time limitation of application Validity of permit Expiration Suspension or revocation Placement of permit. SECTION 106 FLOOR AND ROOF DESIGN LOADS Live loads posted Issuance of certificate of occupancy Restrictions on loading. SECTION 107 SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS General Construction documents Required form Information on construction documents Fire protection system shop drawings Means of egress Exterior wall envelope Site plan or plot plan Design flood elevations Examination of documents Approval of construction documents Previous approvals Phased approval Design professional in responsible charge General Deferred submittals. P a g e 7

8 107.5 Retention of construction documents. SECTION 108 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES General Conformance Temporary power Termination of approval. SECTION 109 FEES Payment of fees Schedule of Permit Fees Payment Required Level of Permit Fees Third Party Service Providers Amendment of Fees Accessory Structure Defined Discounted Fees Work commencing before permit issuance Related fees. Table (1) Commercial/Institutional Table (2) Trade Permits Table (3) Residential Construction Table (4) Miscellaneous Permits Refunds Multiple Contractors Building Permit Valuation. SECTION 110 INSPECTIONS General Preliminary inspection Required inspections. The Footing, foundation and plumbing rough-in Concrete slab and under-floor Lowest floor elevation Framing and masonry Lath and gypsum board inspection Fire and smoke-resistant penetrations [Reserved] Other inspections Special inspections Final inspection Elevation Documents Inspection agencies Inspection requests Approval Required. SECTION 111 CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY Use and occupancy Change of Use Certificate issued Temporary Occupancy Revocation. SECTION 112 SERVICE UTILITIES Connection of service utilities Temporary connection Authority to disconnect service utilities Special Permit Requirements. SECTION 113 BOARD OF APPEALS General Rules of Procedure Limitations on authority Qualifications. Decisions by Board of Appeals. SECTION 114 VIOLATIONS Unlawful acts Notice of violation Prosecution of violation Violation penalties Violation count. SECTION 115 STOP WORK ORDER Authority Issuance Unlawful continuance. SECTION 116 UNSAFE STRUCTURES Conditions Record Notice Method of service Restoration. SECTION 117 REGISTRATION & LICENSING General Registration of Certified Third Party Plan Review and Inspection Service Providers Registration of Tradesmen Late Registration Unregistered Activity Transitional Arrangements Transitional Registration Requirements. P a g e 8

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10 Part I Adoption of Code SECTION 100 ADOPTION Adoption. The Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code as may from time to time be amended and promulgated by the State and all other standards and appendices referenced in that adopted international codes, including Appendix J to the residential building code, are hereby adopted as the building code of this Parish for the purpose of regulating and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings, and structures in Terrebonne Parish; by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary, and fit for occupation and use; and the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the demolition of such structures; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefortherefore, of which not less than three (3) two (2) copies are on file in the office of the Building Official. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions, and terms of said building code on file in the office of the chief building official are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this Article, with the additions, insertions, deletions, and changes, if any, prescribed herein. Ord. No..7924, I, ; Ord. No. 8023, I, : Ord. No. 8434, I, Part II Administration of the code SECTION 101 GENERAL Title. These regulations shall be known as the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Building Code, hereinafter referred to as this code Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, repair, replacement, equipment, use & occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures Detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories above grade plane in height with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the international residential code as amended and adopted by the State of Louisiana Live/work units in townhouses complying with the International Building Code shall be permitted to be built as in accordance with the International Residential Code for one and two family dwellings or townhouses. Fire suppression in such structures shall conform to the requirements of the International Building Code as amended and adopted by the State of Louisiana Owner occupied lodging houses with five or fewer guestrooms shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code for one and two family dwellings when equipped with a fire sprinkler system in accordance with the requirements of the Louisiana State Uniform Fire Prevention Code Intent. The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress, facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation and safety of life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment; and to provide safety for emergency responders Referenced Codes. All other codes and standards referenced in the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code (LSUCC) shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY General. Where there is conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. The provisions of this code are not intended to abrogate any authority given by the Terrebonne Parish Charter to the Parish President or the Terrebonne Parish Council over the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government Department of Planning and Zoning regarding building permits, and any provision of this code which results in such an abrogation shall be deemed invalid or void Other laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law Application of references. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this code Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes or standards, the provisions of this code shall apply Partial invalidity. If any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any other parts or provisions Existing Structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically 10 P a g e

11 covered in this code, the International Property Maintenance Code, the Louisiana State Uniform Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. SECTION 103 ADMINISTRATION & ENFORCEMENT Administration. Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government (TPCG), hereinafter referred to as the jurisdiction, shall have full control of this code shall appoint or designate a Building Code Administrator qualified to be responsible for all aspects of its administration and supervision of its implementation. These amended ordinances would take effect at 12:00AM cst on April 22, 2018 upon the scheduled expiration of the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the South Central Regional Construction Code Council, and apply to all permits applied for on or after April 18, Creation of Enforcement Agency. The South Central Regional Construction Code Council (SCRCCC) shall be responsible for the overall enforcement of this code under the terms of and to the extent provided in a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) between the jurisdiction and SCRCCC. Whenever the term "department of building safety" is used in the codes adopted by virtue of this chapter, it shall, to the extent determined under the terms of the CEA, mean the South Central Regional Construction Code Council. The jurisdiction shall be responsible for the overall enforcement of this code in accordance with the Charter and Code of Ordinances of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the laws of the State of Louisiana Appointment of a Building Official. South Central Regional Construction Code Council shall appoint the building official and throughout this code the term building official shall refer to the building official appointed by South Central Regional Construction Code Council. The Terrebonne Parish President shall appoint the Building Code Official, subject to confirmation by the Terrebonne Parish Council, who shall have the authority and responsibilities granted by the code Building Official Duties. The building official shall be the sole authority for interpretive and technical matters required by the code. Provided that, for the purposes of administering this code, the building code administrator appointed or designated by the jurisdiction, as the most senior construction code enforcement official employed by the jurisdiction, shall conjointly be vested with such administrative duties and powers as are herein accorded to the building official. shall be hired or appointed administratively by the jurisdiction, and they shall have such powers as delegated by the building official Effect of Termination of CEA. In the event the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement the jurisdiction and the SCRCCC expires or is terminated: Creation of Enforcement Agency. The jurisdiction shall be responsible for the overall enforcement of this code in accordance with the Charter and Code of Ordinances of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the laws of the State of Louisiana Appointment of a Building Official. The Terrebonne Parish President shall appoint the Building Code Official, subject to confirmation by the Terrebonne Parish Council, who shall have the authority and responsibilities granted by the code Deputies. Deputies shall be hired or appointed administratively by the jurisdiction, and they shall have such powers as delegated by the building official The board of appeals created by section of this code shall consist of an administrative review board, for which purpose the Parish Manager shall sit as chairman, with two board members: the Director of Planning and Zoning and a person designated by the Parish President for their knowledge of construction matters. The Building Official shall attend the hearing. The board shall assume all authority and obligations provided for in section 113 of this code Section shall be inapplicable. SECTION 104 DUTIES & POWERS OF BUILDING OFFICIAL General. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code. The building official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code Applications and permits. The jurisdiction shall receive, administer and transmit to the building official applications and construction documents required for plan review and enforcement activity. The building official shall review the documentation to provide the jurisdiction with the approved documents required for the issuance of building permits; inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued; enforce compliance with the provisions of this code and issue certifications for compliance with this code for the erection, alteration, demolition, and moving of buildings and structures, Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of the South Central Regional Construction Code Council, deputy inspectors, related technical officers, plan examiners, and other employees shall be appointed. Such employees shall have powers, as delegated by the building official. Deputies Notices and orders. The building official shall issue all P a g e 11

12 notices & orders required to ensure compliance with this code Inspections. The building official shall make all of the required inspections, or the building official shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise, subject to the approval of the appointing authority Identification. The building official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code Right of entry. Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, or where the building official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition which is contrary to or in violation of this code which makes the structure or premises unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the building official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed by this code, provided that if such structure or premises be occupied that credentials be presented to the occupant and entry requested. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the building official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the building official shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry Department records. The building official shall keep official records of applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections, and notices and orders issued. Such records shall be retained in the official records for the period required for retention of public records Liability. The building official, member of the board of appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered liable personally and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against an officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code shall be defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and device approved by the building official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval Used materials and equipment. Used materials, equipment and devices, may be used when approved by 12 the building official as meeting the requirements of this code for new materials Modifications. Wherever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this code, the building official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases, upon application of the owner or owner's representative, provided the building official shall first find that special individual reason makes the strict letter of this code impractical and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen health, accessibility, life and fire safety, or structural requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the department of building safety Flood hazard areas. The building official shall not grant modifications to any provision required in flood hazard areas unless a determination has been made that: 1. There is good and sufficient cause showing that the unique characteristics of the size, configuration, or topography of the site would otherwise render the lot undevelopable; and 2. The granting of modification will not result in increased flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, or conflict with existing laws or ordinances; and 3. The modification is the minimum necessary to afford relief, considering the flood hazard; and 4. Written notice is given to the applicant regarding increases in flood insurance and risk to life or property Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. Where the alternative material, design, or method of construction is not approved, the building official shall respond in writing, stating the the reasons why the alternative was not approved Research reports. Supporting data, where necessary to assist in the approval of materials or assemblies not specifically provided for in this code, shall consist of valid research reports from approved sources Tests. 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13 official shall have the authority to require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the jurisdiction. Test methods shall be as specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the building official shall approve the testing procedures. Tests shall be performed by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the building official for the period required for retention of public records Flood Zone Construction Documents. The building code administrator and building official shall have authority to require the submission of documents not otherwise specified in this code, in order to determine compliance with requirements imposed under law by virtue of the location of a structure within a designated flood hazard area. Such documents shall include, but not be limited to, stormwater pollution prevention plans, engineering reports and surveys, together with supporting drawings, calculations and photographs. SECTION 105 PERMITS Required. Any owner, or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, shall first make an application to the Jurisdiction and obtain the required permit Work Exempt from Building Permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner contrary to the provisions of this code, floodplain regulations and ordinances, or any other laws or ordinances of the jurisdiction. Except as provided in other regulations or ordinances and provided that the structure or proposed structure is not located in a floodplain, building permits shall not be required for the following: A. Building: 1. One-story detached residential accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 Square feet (18.58m 2 ); 2. Non residential farming use structure constructed on a farm, as defined by Part VI of RS Title 55, and not attached to any residence. 3. Fishing Camp or other outdoor recreational structure, not located in the corporate limits of a municipality or within an approved subdivision, and not used as, or attached to, or using the same physical address as, or located on the same property as a residence and neither qualifying for homestead exemption, nor used for any commercial purpose Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58m 2 ) in area that are less that 30 inches (762mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling, and do not serve an exit or opening required by code; 5. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II, or IIIA liquids; 6. Water tanks supported directly upon grade, if the capacity does not exceed 5000 gallons (18927L) and ratio, height : diameter or width does not exceed 2:1; 7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, vinyl siding and similar finish work not impacting the structural integrity of the building or building envelope that does not involve changes to electrical or gas systems, the cost of which does not exceed $2,500; 8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery; 9. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service systems; 10. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two family dwellings; 11. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3 and U occupancies; 12. Movable cases, counters, and partitions not more than 5 feet 9 inches in height. B. Electrical: 1. Minor repair work: a. Attachment of listed cord and plug connected temporary decorative lighting; b. Reinstallation of attachment plugs, but not the outlets therefore; c. Replacement of branch circuit over-current devices of the required capacity and design in the same location d. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more that 50 watts on energy; e. the replacement of lamps, or the connection of listed portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles; 2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installation of towers and antennas. 3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical P a g e

14 equipment or apparatus by a licensed electrical contractor. Gas: 1. Portable heating, cooking, or clothes drying appliances. 2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe. 3. Portable fuel cell appliances in a dwelling, provided that such appliances are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid. Mechanical: 1. Portable heating, appliances; 2. Portable ventilation equipment; 3. Portable cooling unit; 4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping internal to any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code; 5. Replacement of any part that does not. alter approval of such equipment, or make it unsafe; 6. Portable evaporative cooler; 7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (S kg) or less of refrigerant, or that are actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less, 8. Portable fuel cell appliances in a dwelling, provided that such appliances are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid. Plumbing: 1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided that, if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code. 2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, faucets, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures Emergency Repairs. When equipment repairs and replacement must be performed in an emergency situation, the permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day to the jurisdiction Repairs. Application or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety Public service agencies. Except as required by section of this code, a permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or metering or other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of public service agencies by established right Application for Building Permit. To obtain a building permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefore in a format and on a form furnished by the jurisdiction for that purpose. Each application shall furnish such information as shall be required by the jurisdiction for proper administration of this code and shall, at a minimum: 1. Identify and adequately describe all of the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made; 2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done, by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work; 3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended; 4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in section 107; 5. Provide a proper valuation of the full cost of proposed work; 6. Be signed by the applicant or applicant s authorized agent; and 7. Give such other data and information as may be required by the building official or the jurisdiction Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable Substantial damage or improvement. Determination of substantial damage or substantial improvement in a flood hazard area shall be made in accordance with the local flood damage prevention ordinance. 14 P a g e

15 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated Validity of permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring the correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure in violation of this code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after the time when work is commenced. The jurisdiction is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods of not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing, and justifiable cause demonstrated prior to the expiration of the relevant permit or extended permit Suspension or revocation. The building official is authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect, inaccurate or incomplete information, or failure to pay any required fee, or in violation of any ordinance, regulation, law or any of the provisions of this code Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept prominently displayed and immediately available to an inspector on the site of the work through completion of the project. SECTION 106 FLOOR AND ROOF DESIGN LOADS Live loads posted. Where the live loads for which each floor or portion thereof of a commercial or industrial building is or has been designed to exceed 50 psf (2.40 kn/m2), such design live loads shall be conspicuously posted by the owner in that part of each story in which they apply, using durable signs. It shall be unlawful to remove or deface such notices Issuance of certificate of occupancy. A certificate of occupancy required by Section shall not be issued until the floor load signs, required by Section 106.1, have been installed Restrictions on loading. It shall be unlawful to place, or cause or permit to be placed, on any floor or roof of a building, structure or portion thereof, a load greater than is permitted by this code. SECTION 107 SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS General. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents, statement of special inspections, geotechnical report and other data shall be submitted in two or more sets with each permit application. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Where special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered design professional or an engineer licensed in the required specialty. Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional or an engineer licensed in the required specialty if it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code Construction documents. Required construction documents shall be in accordance with Sections through of this code Required form. All required construction documents shall be submitted in electronic or hard-copy format, or any combination thereof, as specified by the building official and approved by the building code administrator Information on construction documents. Construction documents shall be dimensioned and drawn upon suitable material. Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted when approved by the building official. Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this code and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, as determined by the building official. When required by the building official, all braced wall lines shall be identified on the construction documents and all pertinent information including, but not limited to, bracing methods, location and length of braced wall panels, foundation requirements and attachment of braced wall panels at top and bottom, shall be provided Fire protection system shop drawings. Shop drawings for the fire protection systems shall be submitted to indicate conformance to this code and the construction documents and shall be approved prior to the start of system installation. Shop drawings shall contain all information as required by the referenced installation standards cited in the state adopted code Means of egress. 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16 shall show in sufficient detail the location, construction, size and character of all portions of the means of egress in compliance with the provisions of this code. In other than occupancies in Groups R-2, R-3, and I-I, the construction documents shall designate the number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor, and in all rooms and spaces Exterior wall envelope. Construction documents for all buildings shall describe the exterior wall envelope in sufficient detail to determine compliance with this code. The construction documents shall provide details of the exterior wall envelope as required, including flashing, intersections with dissimilar materials, corners, end details, control joints, intersections at roof, eaves or parapets, means of drainage, water-resistive membrane and details around openings. The construction documents shall include manufacturer's installation instructions that provide supporting documentation that the proposed penetration and opening details described in the construction documents maintain the weather resistance of the exterior wall envelope. The supporting documentation shall fully describe the exterior wall system which was tested, where applicable, as well as the test procedure used Site plan or plot plan. The construction documents submitted with the application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan showing to scale the size and location of new construction and existing structures on the site, distances from lot lines, the established street grades and the proposed finished grades and, as applicable, flood hazard areas, floodways, and design flood elevations; and it shall be drawn in accordance with an accurate boundary line survey. In the case of demolition, the site plan shall show construction to be demolished and the location and size of existing structures and construction that are to remain on the site or plot. The building official is authorized to waive or modify the requirement for a site plan when the application for permit is for alteration or repair or when otherwise warranted Design flood elevations. Where design flood elevations are not specified, they shall be as required by the jurisdiction s floodplain ordinance Examination of documents. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined the accompanying submittal documents and shall ascertain by such examinations whether the construction indicated and described is in accordance with the requirements of this code and other pertinent laws or ordinances Approval of construction documents. When the building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved, in writing or by stamp, as "Reviewed for Code Compliance." One set of construction documents so reviewed shall be retained by the building official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant, shall be kept at the site of work and shall be open to inspection by the building official or a duly authorized representative Previous approvals. This code shall not require changes in the construction documents, construction or designated occupancy of a structure for which a lawful permit has been heretofore issued or otherwise lawfully authorized, and the construction of which has been pursued in good faith within 180 days after the effective date of this code and has not been abandoned Phased approval. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure before the construction documents for the whole building or structure have been submitted, provided that adequate information and detailed statements have been filed complying with pertinent requirements of this code. The holder of such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure shall proceed at the holder's own risk with the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be granted Design professional in responsible charge. When it is required that documents be prepared by a registered design professional, the building official shall be authorized to require the owner to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner shall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The building official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the building Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the building official within a specified period. Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the building official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the deferred submittals on the construction documents for review by the building official. Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professional in responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the building official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and found to be in general conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall not be installed until P a g e

17 the deferred submittal documents have been approved by the building official Amended construction documents. Work shall be completed in accordance with the approved construction documents. Any changes made during construction that are not in compliance with the approved construction documents shall be resubmitted for approval as amended Retention of construction documents. One set of approved construction documents shall be retained by the building official for a period of not less than 180 days from date of completion of the permitted work, or as required by state or local laws. SECTION 108 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES General. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary structures and temporary uses. Such permits shall be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than 180 days. The building official is authorized to grant extensions for demonstrated cause Conformance. Temporary structures and uses shall conform to the structural strength, fire safety, means of egress, accessibility, light, ventilation and sanitary requirements of this code to ensure public health, safety and general welfare Temporary power. The building official is authorized to give permission to temporarily supply and use power in part of an electric installation before such installation has been fully completed and the final certificate of completion has been issued. The part covered by the temporary certificate shall comply with the requirements specified for temporary lighting, heat or power in NFPA70 - National Electrical Code Termination of approval. The building official is authorized to terminate a permit for a temporary structure or use and order the temporary structure or use discontinued. SECTION 109 FEES Payment of fees. Notwithstanding any provision of this code to the contrary, the jurisdiction shall maintain authority to determine the amount of any permit fee(s) charged to applicants in accordance with this section. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid. Fees shall not be discounted for any cause except as specifically provided for in this code Schedule of Permit Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the tables in this Chapter Payment Required. A building permit shall not be issued, nor shall the application for a building permit be accepted, until the fees prescribed in this section shall have been paid. Nor shall an amendment to a permit 17 application be approved until the additional fee, if any, due to an increase in the estimated cost of the building or structure shall have been paid. A certificate of occupancy shall not be issued, nor shall the certificate of occupancy, compliance or completion application be approved, until the fees prescribed in this section shall have been paid Level of Fees. The required fees shall be determined by reference to tables (1) through (4) below. Acceptance of the permit application by the jurisdiction shall not constitute consent to the commencement of work; and commencement of work prior to the issuance and display of a permit shall result in additional fees being due in accordance with Section (below) Third Party Service Providers. Parish may grant a permit fee discount to applicants who have contracted with a qualified third-party provider for plan review and inspections as required by the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code and other state or local laws which have been or may be adopted, said discount to be no greater than 40% of the standard permit fee that would otherwise be charged to the applicant. In the instance that a third-party provider is used for plan review only, there shall be no discount. In the instance that the third party provider is used for inspections only, the discount shall be no greater than 30% of the standard permit fee Amendment of Fees. The nature and level of fees specified in Tables (1), (2), (3) and (4) may be amended by ordinance of the Council of the jurisdiction Accessory Structure Defined. A detached structure, without finished interior, plumbing, mechanical, or gas installation, and restricted to use for storage or parking incidental to a primary building located on the same lot. An Accessory Structure shall not constitute or be converted to living, working, or recreational space except under the authority of a new construction permit. Any accessory structure not meeting this definition shall be charged as new construction Discounted Fees. For a period not exceeding ninety (90) days from the date of any federal, state, or local disaster declaration, the jurisdiction may waive or discount permit fees for the immediate repair, renovation, reconstruction, elevation, or demolition of any residential structure affected by such disaster, in which case any reduction in normal fees for enforcement agency services shall be made good from the jurisdiction s general fund Work commencing before permit issuance. Where any work is started in relation to a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before the necessary permits have been issued and displayed, all permit fees in respect of work to be undertaken on that building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system shall be doubled, and assessed in addition to any other violation penalties Related fees. Payment of the fee for the construction, P a g e